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31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. Stay tuned for more updates on dedicated programmes for this occasion.
Join us at Nalanda’s annual ‘Sangha Day’ on Sunday, 22 November to honour the virtues and contributions of the Maha Sangha (monastic order) in preserving and propagating the Buddha’s teachings.
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Today marks the New Moon Uposatha for the Assayuja month, a meaningful occasion for us to deepen our mental cultivation and Dhamma practice. Let us renew our commitment to the Noble Eightfold Path, cultivate greater mindfulness and wisdom through meditation and the observance of the Eight Precepts, and continue our journey towards inner peace and liberation.
Read moreOn Sunday 4 October, following the Sunday Service and lunch dāna at Nalanda Centre, Nalanda youths met with Ven. Vimuttadhammika for a Dhamma chat to seek advice on everyday challenges. During the exchange, Venerable highlighted that individual learning and transformation are the best ways to positively influence those around us.
Read moreOn Sunday 4 October, members from Sri Serdang and Kuala Lumpur gathered for Members Day, renewing friendships and strengthening our shared commitment to the Dhamma. We were especially happy to warmly welcome the newest member, who shared about her journey with Nalanda.
Read moreEarlier this morning, a team of 36 Nalanda members and friends departed for a five-day study tour to Borobudur and Jogjakarta, Indonesia, from 7 to 11 October. Organised by Nalanda Institute, the journey offers participants opportunities to deepen their appreciation of Buddhist heritage and learn from local Buddhist communities.
Read more“Better left undone is the misdeed, one which later brings remorse.
Better done is the good deed, one which having done brings joy.”
– The Buddha –
“Avoid all unwholesome deeds; cultivate goodness; purify one’s own mind
– this is the teaching of all Buddhas.”
– The Buddha –
“Life should be great rather than long.”
– Dr. B. R. Ambedkar –
“One who is honest, sincere, steadfast, compliant,
and well-concentrated, makes progress in the Dhamma.”
– The Buddha –
“One of good will, ever mindful, inwardly well-concentrated,
training to remove longing, is said to be heedful.”
– The Buddha –